Outpatient Program Manager

Since 1983, Sierra Tucson has led the way in addiction and behavioral health treatment in Arizona, across the country and internationally. Distinguished for comprehensive programs, innovative and effective therapies, and clinical excellence, personified by an extraordinary and highly credentialed staff, Sierra Tucson provides comprehensive treatment to identify and resolve underlying issues that cause behavioral health disorders. Sierra Tucson combines integrative and experiential therapies with evidence-based practices to provide a full range of treatment modalities. Patients receive the resources, support, and tools necessary for long-term change to occur, including one full year of continuing care and a lifetime of alumni services. Our serene, 160-acre campus is located in beautiful Tucson, Arizona, and is a place of peace, hope and healing.

OVERVIEW/SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Outpatient Program Manager reports to the Director of Operations and is responsible for managing the clinical programming for the partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient program located in Copper Sky. Responsibilities include program development, family programing, oversight of the outpatient therapists, integrative therapies and patient engagement.

This position also involves participation in Performance Improvement Team, coordination with residential treatment teams for continuing care and outpatient development projects. The Outpatient Program Manager will work with Quality and Risk management to ensure policy and regulation compliance for the outpatient program.

The Outpatient Program Manager will work collaboratively with medical providers, business office, integrative services, and patient safety staff to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes. The Outpatient Manager will work with all department directors to support and ensure cross training between departments, as well as supporting the leadership team in providing coverage for all areas. The Program Manager will ensure positive communication with referents, family members, and Treatment Placement Specialists. The Program Manager will be responsible for the creation and presentation of CEU events for the intensive outpatient program.

The Outpatient Manager works closely with the Admissions and Medical Departments. The Outpatient Program Manager will be an Administrator on Call. Outpatient Program Manager will be expected to attend all outpatient staff meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provide psychotherapy services to patient as scheduled.

Conduct individual, group or family therapy sessions as appropriate for treatment plan of the patient.

Provide initial treatment planning for patient based on assessment and coordinate any additional services needed and revise as necessary.

Maintain a caseload as assigned

Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with other staff to facilitate services for the patient as appropriate to their treatment plan.

May provide case management, discharge planning or aftercare according to treatment plan.

May coordinate various clinical, psychosocial or educational activities with patients and their families.

Evaluate patients need and determine if referrals to other programs or facilities are needed.

May assist in the training of new clinical staff and interns.

May coordinate the activities of other clinical and direct patient car personnel, providing direction and clinical guidance.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Masters degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Nursing or other recognized therapeutic field from an accredited college or university.

Minimum of four plus years experience as a therapist with six or more years of experience with the specific population of the facility.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS

State or national licensure for professional therapy providers required.

CPR, de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirement of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

ADA Requirements

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Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required of the job holder based upon business needs and at the request of Facility.

Driven by our Core Values, Sierra Tucson offers a culture of caring and support to its staff as well as to the residents its serves.

Our Core Values:

• Relationships We respond promptly and respectfully to all concerns. We actively focus on listening with intent to satisfy needs, ensuring that people always feel valued. We aim to develop quality outcomes to drive satisfaction, loyalty, and opportunities to serve.
• Integrity We act honestly, consistently, and fairly in order to provide the highest ethical standards.
• Compassion We demonstrate warmth, sensitivity, and positive regard to patients, residents, family members, and others. We hold a sacred space as we walk with them on their journey.
• Excellence We provide highly reliable service, supported by evidence-based research, in our continuous pursuit of innovation in order to attain quality outcomes.
• Teamwork We strive to work in collaboration with others in order to create a common vision.

In addition to working for a premier treatment center with a competitive salary, our employees enjoy these other great benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• FSA and HSA
• Holiday Pay
• Training Provided
• Team Atmosphere
• State-of-the-art Equipment and Facility
• Electronic Medical Records

If you are interested in this position, are a certified counselor or certification eligible, and are looking to work in a premier facility with excellent benefits and employee appreciation, we would love to speak with you about this exceptional opportunity!

Our Vision

We will be a world-class organization that sets the standard of excellence in the treatment of addiction and other chronic behavioral health disorders. We will provide a continuum of evidence-based treatment that delivers the highest quality of care and improves the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.

Sierra Tucson Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide a safe place for emotional, physical, and spiritual healing with a collaborative community of professionals who provide insight, understanding, and empowerment enhanced by a lifetime of alumni support.